Hey Jim
I am in a clan now - I wasn't for the longest time, but really I play all my games on public servers. I think most clan members do too. That is, aside from the odd clan match, but as I said these are not extremely regular for most clans. We play on the publics to improve our skills like everyone else. Where else can we play regular games??
And as for feeling in the way, I guess I can relate to that feeling, but it is really just a state of mind. Just accept your position on the skill ratings and have fun. There may be factors hindering you (like 56k or one arm or something ) but just as in real life people have all different levels of skill... you don't complain if Pete Sampras kicks your ass in tennis for example - you just accept that you weren't born with the same skill, and have fun playing where you are at.
And if players constantly annoy you, just go elsewhere. I'm sure there are some servers where you can find some peace.
Good Luck.
I am in a clan now - I wasn't for the longest time, but really I play all my games on public servers. I think most clan members do too. That is, aside from the odd clan match, but as I said these are not extremely regular for most clans. We play on the publics to improve our skills like everyone else. Where else can we play regular games??
And as for feeling in the way, I guess I can relate to that feeling, but it is really just a state of mind. Just accept your position on the skill ratings and have fun. There may be factors hindering you (like 56k or one arm or something ) but just as in real life people have all different levels of skill... you don't complain if Pete Sampras kicks your ass in tennis for example - you just accept that you weren't born with the same skill, and have fun playing where you are at.
And if players constantly annoy you, just go elsewhere. I'm sure there are some servers where you can find some peace.
Good Luck.